What does elenxis mean in Greek?

Occurrences in Scripture

G1649

Strong's number

Greek

Original language

reproof, rebuke, 2 Pet. 2:16*

In the original Greek the word is written: ἔλεγξις

Scripture references

Top 1 Bible verses with elenxis

These are the most notable occurrences of elenxis (G1649) across the King James Bible.

2 Peter 2:16

But was rebuked for his iniquity: the dumb ass speaking with man's voice forbad the madness of the prophet.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about elenxis

What does elenxis mean in Greek?

Strong's G1649 (elenxis) is a Greek word that means: reproof, rebuke, 2 Pet. 2:16* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does elenxis appear in the Bible?

The word elenxis (G1649) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G1649?

Strong's G1649 is elenxis, a Greek word defined as: reproof, rebuke, 2 Pet. 2:16*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is elenxis in the Old Testament or New Testament?

elenxis is a Greek word found in the New Testament.